I’ve always made a habit of taking my shoes off at the front door. It just makes sense not to track stuff through your house. I don’t impose it on guests though.
My deceased best friend took off her shoes at the front door, and asked I do, also.
New carpet. She also had a small sign posted for all to read about removing shoes.
Her house, her carpet, her rules - - I didn’t take offense at all.
But it was fun teasing her - -